Posts tagged Ben Nevis

Ben Nevis is the Highest mountain in the United Kingdom (over 4400 feet), and provides challenges and breathtaking views no matter the time of year, sunshine or snow.

In the summer months thousands of hillwalkers from across the UK and around the world flock to the mountain to enjoy the trek, and the panoramic views of West Scotland. Come winter, Ben Nevis develops a deep covering of snow and ice, and skilled climbers and mountaineers take up the challenge of fighting thru arctic conditions to reach the summit against the odds.

Its that time of year again folks, the snow is on Ben Nevis – Scotland’s highest mountain and indeed the highest mountain in the UK. However many people say this is the best time of year to visit Lochaber and the Fort William area. Be sure to wrap up warm and take plenty of waterproof clothes with you!

There’s a lot to see in the Fort William area including Fort William itself, Glenfinnan, Inverlochy Castle and of course the road to the isles. The lochaber area is littered with top quality hotels and guest houses so there’s no shortage of places More >